Black Buildup

Empowering Black Entrepreneurs. Building Resilient Communities in BC Beyond

As a Black-led ecosystem organization, Black Buildup advances inclusive business growth for Black-owned and Black-serving ventures across British Columbia and Western Canada. We provide culturally responsive training, mentorship, strategic partnerships, and access to capital—helping entrepreneurs thrive while fostering economic empowerment and community strength.

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Upcoming Event 2024

FACE Coalition Workshops

Our Mission

Building Stronger Communities Through Leadership

Our impact speaks for itself. Join thousands of leaders who are making a difference in their communities.

Our Pillars

Everything we do is built on these four foundational pillars that guide our mission to empower communities and shape leaders across Canada

Entrepreneurship & Growth

Tailored training, mentorship, and acceleration for Black-owned businesses—from startup to export.

Ecosystem & Partnerships

Collaborating with key intermediaries like ACBC, BWBN, and FACE to advance policy, capital access, and market opportunities.

Community & Leadership

Initiatives that build social cohesion, youth capacity, and economic well-being in Black communities across BC.

Research and data

Measure the impact of your interventions by generating, ananlyzing, and applying high-quality data specifically relevant to Black Canadian entrepreneurs in BC and Western Canada.

Our National Impact

Measuring the difference we’re making in communities across the country through data-driven insights.

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Leadership & Professional Development

Comprehensive training programs designed to develop essential leadership skills and professional capabilities.

Executive Coaching
Team Building
Strategic Planning
Communication Skills

Innovation & Technology

Cutting-edge programs that integrate technology solutions with community development initiatives.

Digital Transformation
Tech Innovation Labs
Data-Driven Solutions
Digital Literacy

Cultural Leadership & Advocacy

Programs focused on cultural competency, diversity, and inclusive leadership practices.

Cultural Awareness
Advocacy Training
Community Organizing
Social Justice

Entrepreneurship

the program supports Black Canadians from pre-launch to established growth by offering both foundational knowledge for new ventures and specialized guidance for accelerating existing ventures.

Business Establishment & Operations
Business Growth & Performance
Personal & Professional Development
Transition & Empowerment

Our Mission

To empower Black-led and Black-serving organizations in British Columbia through comprehensive training, strategic partnerships, and ecosystem development—driving inclusive business growth, job creation, and social change.

Our Vision

A vibrant, self-sustaining Black entrepreneurship ecosystem in BC and Western Canada: innovative, interconnected, and community-driven, where every Black business has access to capital, markets, and support.

Rated 5 out of 5

The grant writing workshop conducted by Mr Bougep was educative and eye opening. I did not realise how many opprtunities I have missed because I wasn’t aware on the right approach to grants.

Katie Mwangi

Community Organiser

Rated 4.6 out of 5

This program transformed how I approach leadership. The skills I gained have helped me build stronger partnerships and create real change in my neighborhood.

Marcus Johnson

Youth Program Director

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Rated 5 out of 5

Through this program, I learned to see my business as a community asset. We’ve since created jobs and partnerships that strengthen our entire distinct.